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Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP)

A federal program that gives grants to states and tribal governments, who then pay private landowners to allow public access for activities like hunting and fishing, often with habitat improvements.

Food Security Act of 1985

A major piece of federal legislation that governs agricultural and food policies, including conservation programs.

Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC)

A government-owned corporation within the U.S. Department of Agriculture that finances and administers agricultural price and income support programs, as well as conservation efforts.

Wetland Reserve Easements

Legal agreements where landowners agree to restore and protect wetlands on their property, often receiving payments or other assistance from the government, with the land remaining private but under a conservation easement.